Canon SD970 IS vs Panasonic TS4

Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon SD970 IS versus Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD970 IS was released 3 years earlier than the TS4 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SD970 IS grades against the TS4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD970 IS has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SD970 IS against the TS4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD970 IS and TS4 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The graphic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD970 IS and TS4.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older SD970 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.